Paulo César Fajardo

In 1810, Joaquim, Ana and their two kids are separated by the imminent Buçaco battle, while Lord Wellington and Commander Masséna prepare their armies.

On the way to the ocean, the surf is the critical moment where the boat crosses the rippling line towards the open sea. The veil darkens and the tears mingle with the salt of the water. "Pouca Sorte" (Short Luck) is that of the fisherman that goes to the sea and brings the net empty, and is also the name of the boat of the Art Xávega's (fishing technique) companion in Praia da Tocha beach. A small fishing community that despite the modernization and conversion in tourist attraction, still conserves some traditions intact. This is their story.

The historical events of the french invasions that took place in the three portuguese municipalities of Mealhada, Penacova and Mortágua.